Chapter 381

Chapter 381

Sherilyn sat frozen, a storm of emotions having just passed, leaving her in a state of

maybe? Playing the role of a shield was never easy,

confusion. He’s gone. Gone for?

especially having to watch Gilbert and his… sister–in–law get all flirty. Ugh.

She rested her hand gentl

on her stomach, whispering a silent prayer. If only some divine intervention could grant her wish to bear a child! Watching Gilbert and Caroline exchanging glances filled with affection was more than she could bear.

Downstairs, Gilbert hadn’t managed to shake off his foul mood.

Caroline noticed immediately. Taking his jacket from him, she flashed a sly grin. “Did leaving me here get her all worked up?”

“No,” Gilbert replied, shaking his head, though feeling an uncomfortable tightness in his

chest.

lie to me. I can tell she’s upset. But why should she be? I knew you long before she was even born. Why should she be upset? She’s not your wife. Even if she was, she has no right to show me attitude…

only added to

it’s getting late. You should head to bed,” he said, before turning

or was he just eager to console Sherilyn? Gripping the jacket

“Gilbert, oh, Gilbert.”

:

on the light, he laid down beside her and wrapped

Sherilyn could smell his cologne mixed with

speak, “Can

of letting go, Gilbert pulled her closer. “This is my

tonight, please? Consider it

turning on the bedside lamp.

long do you plan to keep

not making a scene,” she replied, taking a deep breath. “You smell… It’s

11:22

can’t

at his pajama top. I don’t

to notice your own

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